Creamy Cheddar Macaroni Salad

Recipe Collection: Lunch

Creamy Cheddar Macaroni Salad. This vegetarian dish, rich in dairy and gluten, features a medley of Cheddar cheese, fresh peas, and crunchy bell peppers, making it an ideal side for summer picnics or potlucks.

With its rich, cheesy flavor and refreshing crunch, this salad is versatile enough to complement any meal or stand alone as a satisfying dish. Easily accessible through your easyChef Pro cookbook, you can quickly gather ingredients with our convenient shopping list feature, ensuring the lowest cost per serving.

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Overview

This Cheddar and Macaroni Salad is a delightful blend of creamy textures and fresh flavors, featuring cheese, peas, and bell pepper. It's perfect as a make-ahead dish, ideal for summer gatherings or as a comforting side dish.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Dairy, Gluten

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 6

Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 1 Cup macaroni, drained
• 0.75 Cups Cheddar cheese, cubed
• 1 Stalk celery, minced
• 1 Whole green bell pepper, minced
• 0.5 Cups frozen green peas, thawed
• 0.33 Cups onion, minced
• 0.25 Cups mayonnaise
• 0.25 Cups sour cream
• 2 Tablespoons milk
• 1.5 Tablespoons sweet pickle relish

Steps

1. Cook the macaroni in boiling salted water until done, about 7 to 10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold water, then drain again.
2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked macaroni with Cheddar cheese, celery, bell pepper, peas, onion, mayonnaise, sour cream, milk, and pickle relish.
3. Chill the salad in the refrigerator for at least 24 hours before serving to allow the flavors to meld.

Enjoy this creamy and refreshing salad as a perfect addition to your meal!